Stepin Fetchit
ActingPersonal Info
gender
Male
birthday
May 30, 1902
died
November 19, 1985
place of birth
Key West, Florida, USA
also known as
Lincoln Theodore Monroe Andrew Perry
total credits
50 movies
Biography
Stepin Fetchit (1902–1985) was an American comedian and actor.
His Fetchit persona parlayed into a successful film career, eventually becoming the first black actor to become a millionaire. He was also the first black actor to receive screen credit.
Stepin Fetchit typical film persona and stage name have long been controversial, and seen as illustrative of negative stereotypes of Negroes. However, a newer interpretation of his film persona contends he was ultimately subversive of the status quo.
Known For
Filmography
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